I often work with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergent teens and adults (ages 12–40) — folks navigating identity exploration, anxiety/depression, trauma, dating/relationship concerns, imposter syndrome, life transitions, and creative blocks. 

Some of my clients come to therapy at the beginning or end of something — a relationship, a diagnosis, a chapter in their life — and just need a space to feel it all through. Others are tired of carrying so much alone and are ready to rewrite old stories about who they need to be in order to be loved, safe, or enough.

In addition to individual therapy, I offer family and couples therapy for people looking to communicate more openly, repair trust, or better understand each other. 

My role in relational work is to help you slow down, get curious about patterns, and practice more honest, compassionate connection — with yourself and each other.

*Please note: As an associate, all therapy services (both in-person and virtual) are conducted at The Wellness Arts Collective, under the direct supervision of Rhonda Waller-Dang (LMFT #108744).

If you find yourself at the beginning of something new, stuck in a rut, overwhelmed by big thoughts and even bigger emotions, or just looking for a place where you can process & explore - my therapeutic services make space for you to dive deep & bring your goals into focus & reality.  

More specifically, I'm able to provide support in the following areas: ADHD, Adolescents and Teens, Anxiety, Artistic / Creative Blocks, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Coping Skills, Couples Therapy, Dating & Relationship Issues, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief & Loss, Highly Sensitive Person, Identity Formation/Issues, Intergenerational Trauma, Life Transitions , LGBTQ+, Racial Identity / Racial Stress, Self-Esteem, Stress & Burnout, Trauma, and Women’s Issues.

My style is warm, intuitive, and gently challenging. I’m not here to fix you — I’m here to walk alongside you as we explore what’s beneath the surface and what wants to shift. 

My approach is process-oriented, which means our work unfolds based on what you’re bringing into the space. Sessions with me aren’t overly structured or rigid; instead, they’re a space to notice what’s coming up, follow emotional threads, ask deeper questions, and engage creatively. 

We might talk, make art, map patterns, explore parts of yourself, or simply sit with whatever you’ve been feeling lately. I often blend the depth of narrative therapy and parts work to help you understand your internal patterns and reframe the stories you’ve been carrying — and pair that with more action-oriented approaches like solution-focused therapy and motivational interviewing to help you move toward your goals with compassion, clarity, and intention. 

I also draw from expressive arts therapy, EMDR, and relational work to support trauma processing, emotional expression, and reconnection with your inner clarity and creative resilience.

My services (provided through The Wellness Arts Collective) are considered an out-of-network mental health offering by all insurance providers.

What this means for you is that the work we do together, often stays between you and your therapist. It also means that you can pace our treatment in ways that are governed by your needs and not by the managed medical care system. Which otherwise would be dictated by your insurance company.

You might, however, be able to get reimbursed for out-of-network therapy, depending on your insurance plan and benefits. Please contact your insurance company directly for more information on this process.

There are a few ways to get started! You can use the Contact Form (found here) on my website to submit an official request. Or, you're welcome to reach out to me directly via email (amber@thewellnessartscollective.com) or phone (323-796-2676).

For more information about the group practice I work with, you can visit our website at The Wellness Arts Collective.